WHAT IT’S ALL ABOUT

The Cairns Show Young Rural Ambassador (YRA) Awards highlight the importance of youth involvement in the Rural Industries and Agricultural Shows.

The Young Rural Ambassador Award identifies and recognises the next generation of young leaders and seeks young rural adults that can demonstrate a strong commitment to the rural industry and who have a genuine interest and/or affiliation with their local Agricultural show movement.

 

ATTRIBUTES OF A SUITABLE CANDIDATES:

• Agricultural interests and skills.
• Community involvement.
• Contribution to the Agricultural society: involvement, enthusiasm, versatility, ability to take and give direction, new ideas.
• Future goals.
• Interests / hobbies.
• Knowledge of local and general Rural issues.
• Possibility of long-term involvement in the Show Movement.
• Personal Achievements.
• Verbal communication skills.
• Be willing to assist on a Rural Sub-Committee.

WHAT’S INVOLVED?

The Cairns Show is the Largest, Regional, Agricultural Show in Australia! We pride ourselves on Connecting the City with the Country, by bringing together Rural and Agricultural Industries and the community.

As an Ambassador at the Cairns Show, your main Role is to promote the Cairns Show and agricultural industries supporting the Cairns Show Association.

You must be available for at least one of the three days of the Cairns Show, (to get the most out of the role attending the three days is preferable) and must participate in the various Roles and Actives of an Ambassador.

The list below contains just some of the Roles and Activities you will be required to perform as the Cairns Show Young Rural Ambassador.

 

ROLES & ACTIVITES AT THE CAIRNS SHOW

• Promote the Agricultural Industries and the Cairns Show in Interviews with the Media from Radio Stations and Television Networks. 
• Attend Public Speaking events and special functions such as the President’s Luncheon at the Cairns Show and;
• Share your ideas and opinions with Senator’s, Members of Parliament, the Local Government, Local Businesses and the General Public.
• Promote the Cairns Show on Social Media.
• Participate in the Opening Ceremony – Main Arena Centre Stage.
• Assist with judging competitions (where relevant and required);
• Present Awards to Competition Winners, Exhibitors, and Ride Stall Holders.
• Enjoy free entry to the Cairns Show as an Official Guest! 
• Enjoy a free Show Ride and assist in judging the Award for the Best Ride at the Cairns Show!

 

ROLES & ACTIVITES OUTSIDE OF THE CAIRNS SHOW

• Participate in the Mareeba Rodeo Downtown Parade (Cairns Show float) and;
• Join the Cairns Festival Parade and/or the Babinda Harvest festival parade!
• Attend other Local Shows and Agricultural Events promoting the Cairns Show and Rural Industries.

WHO CAN ENTER?

• The Award is open to persons born in Australia or naturalised Australians permanently residing in Queensland.
• Entrants must be permanent residents of Australia who have resided in Queensland for a minimum of three (3) months immediately prior to nomination.
• Entrants must be aged 16 to under 19 years as at 1st July in the year of competition.
• The Award is open to both males and females.
• Immediate family members of affiliated Cairns Show Association committee and staff are eligible to enter provided they:

1. Declare a pecuniary interest and; and
2. Are not involved in any discussion regarding the result during the competition.

• Previous Winners of the Cairns Show Young Rural Ambassador are not eligible to enter again but are highly encouraged to enter the Rural Ambassador Awards.

 

HOW TO ENTER

Entrants must complete the following documents:

• Cairns Show Young Rural Ambassador Entry Form (located below);
• Entrants Questionnaire;
• A recent photograph (in high resolution electronic format);
• A cover letter; and
• A 2-minute video.

Those looking at applying should read the Conditions of Entry below to ensure every success of entry.

Please return all forms and videos to the Cairns Show Office via email at [email protected].